[Beau-Tea]NYC Cosmetics

Lipstick Review

If you follow my blog you already know that I'm not big on spending a ton of money on makeup and Im always looking for a bargain. Well I found one recently at Target, and picked up 3 NYC lipsticks for $1.99 each. Since I've been on my "makeup-comback" journey I've found a new love for NYC cosmetics especially there lipsticks. They apply smooth and are pretty long lasting only requiring minor retouch throughout the day. I've even been asked if I was wearing Mac lipsticks a few times.;-) Impressive right?! Take a look at my new lipsticks below ! 

XoXo

-Laydee Posh

[Beau-tea] My Sephora Skin IQ Experience

Sephora & Pantone Skin IQ Match

Sephora has teamed up with Pantone (the color forecasting Power House) to take the hassle out of finding the perfect shade of foundation by providing customers with a complimentary skin IQ reading. The Skin IQ device scans your skin and matches you to hundreds of cosmetic products that are located right within Sephora.When I found out that Sephora offered a skin IQ scan  for free from my college instructor a few weeks ago I couldn't wait to go give it a try, and share my experience with all of you.

 My Skin IQ Scan

Getting my skin IQ literally took one minute.I was assisted by an awesome beauty advisor Cherrill, she was very helpful and definitely knew her stuff. She used the pantone scanner to capture my pigments in three different areas my forehead,cheek and neck.After 3 quick snaps I was immediately assigned my IQ number and was able to view hundreds of products carried by Sephora that matched my skin IQ on the stores computer screen.

My Skin IQ Product Matches

My Color IQ number is #2R14.But Cherrill the sephora beauty advisor felt that my assigned IQ number was a few shades too dark. She also explained to me that sometimes the IQ device is inaccurate and used more as a helpful tool guide to help the beauty advisors find a the perfect foundation shade for customers.

My skin before and after foundation was applied

Cherrill suggested that I try the "Makeup Forever" brand Mat Velvet #80 vs. me trying the Mat Velvet #85 as suggested by the Pantone skin IQ results. As you can see from the photo above the Mat Velvet a perfect match. I absolutely love how easy the apply was and how natural it looked on.I've never tried "Makeup Forever" products before but I'm definitely making the switch to this brand!

Me and Sephora Beauty Advisor Cherrill

My overall Sephora SKin IQ experience was fun, especially because I was assisted by a great beauty advisor who was helpful,kind and even gave me a small lesson on how to contour.If you live in the Saint Louis Area you should definitely go visit the Sephora at the Galleria Mall! They have exceptional customer service, great products and awesome beauty advisors.

XoXo

-Laydee Posh

For more information on the Skin IQ system or to find the nearest Sephora visit www.sephora.com

[Fashion Buzz] Miss Plus USA

Finally a national pageant that truly represents the 67% of plus size women in the United states, Miss Plus USA! It's so exciting to watch curvy beauties compete in a pageant for a national title.To be honest im anxious to see what kind of wardrobe these beauties will be rocking during the pagent.I'm also really thrilled about the rapid progression    that's currently taking place in the plus size community,however it would be awesome to see some of the nationally televised pageants like The Miss America Pageant allow women of all sizes compete because women come in a variety of shapes.If you'd like to apply to represent your state in the Miss Plus USA pageant enrollment is currently open online.What are your thoughts on the Miss Plus USA pagent? Feel free to leave a comment below!

XoXo
-Laydee Posh

For more information on Miss Plus USA visit www.missplususa.com

[The Laydee Posh Look Book] Punk Chic

Punk Meets Curves

"The Butterfly Effect"

I was going through my closet and came across this really awesome high waist/high split maxi skirt I bought earlier this year on Ebay. As I was holding the hanger, I thought to myself "how could I forget to wear this bad boy this summer?!" Then suddenly my fashion light bulb switched on in my head and I came  up with an awesome stylish summer to fall concept for this skirt,"ADD LEGGINGS!" And that's exactly what I did! Check out the pictures below for full outfit details!

XoXo

-Laydee Posh

My PUNK Chic Look



Outfit Details:

 Mossimo Mens Jean Top from Target

Black cami from Forever21+

Royal Blue High Waist High Split maxi skirt from Ebay

Black leggings from Lane Bryant

Black Combat Boots from Torrid

[Style Alert] Fall-buh-las Looks

Beauties Spotted Being Stylish

TGIF! Thank God it's Fall! As I mentioned in a previous post Fall is my favorite season of the year. I love layering up my clothes for a perfect warm look and pairing it up with some comfy boots! This week I caught several beauties applying all the fundamentals of layering up and adding a pair boots to complete a great casual chic fall-buh-las look. Check out these gorgeous beauties below and find out what I loved most about there stylish looks!

XoXo

-Laydee Posh

Check out these BEAUTIES in their everyday Casual Chic Looks!





Meet LeAnna a fellow Fashion Merchandising Student and good friend of mine. I loved how LeAnn paired up her cute dress with a pair of leggings, a sweater and added her fab Lane Bryant knee high boots to complete her "Fall-buh-las" look!

Meet Shayla a Business Administration major at the college that I attend. I love how she dressed up her all black "Fall-buh-las" look with a touch of color and a hint of animal print.

 Meet Kasondra a fellow Fashion Merchandising student at my college.I absolutely love her casual chic fall look.

Meet Britney a Theater major and a Saint Louis area poet.I met Layla while out and about in Saint Louis and couldn't help but notice her style.I love how she rocked her maxi dress with a colorful vintage coat and paired it with studded boots.This beauty defintly has "fall-buh-las" edge!

Meet Jeanne another fellow Fashion Merchandising major at my college. I love her fab use of warm fall colors of red,black and brown and her awesome jewelery to match. Not to mention her awesome spiked boots which is a def "fall-buh-las" trend!

[Beau-Tea] Two Toned Lips

Two Toned Lips

" Make a statement with your lips"

Recently I worked backstage for Honey's Child Boutique at the Saint Louis Pink Carpet Fashion Show a Charity fashion show for Breast Cancer awareness . As you may or may not know it is traditional to wear all black when helping out back stage at a fashion show so that you are identified as staff.Wearing black posed as a dilemma for me because I still wanted to be able to showcase my support for Breast Cancer Awarness but it's almost impossible to do in all black apparel. So after throwing my thinking cap on I choose to rock a two tone pink lip.My "lip-spiration"comes from my curvy-licious cousin Chrissy who is always dressed to impress with flawless makeup to match.The key to achieving the perfect two tone lip is by choosing two colors in the same color family but different shades or two different colors that complement each other.For example if you have a bright red lipstick choose a darker second lipstick.Check out the close up of my two tone lips below!

XoXo
-Laydeeposh

Top Lip: NyC "Blue Rose"

Bottom Lip: Wet N Wild "Its a Girl"

Eye Shadow: Wet N Wild by Fergie "Desert Festival"

Foundation: Maybeline "Fit Me 355"

All makeup purchased from Walgreens & done by me

[The LaydeePosh Lookbook] Casual Chic

Yesterday I went to the Saint Louis Fashion Week's "Fall in to Fashion"  show at the Galleria Mall.This particular show showcased fall looks for some of the great stores located within the mall which was awesome.But with that being said I didn't want to over do it style wise for this fashion show considering its casual location. So I threw together this fab "Casual Chic" look that is basically a head to toe look from Target with the exception of some the accessories.Below I have all the details on each piece in this look.I hope you beauties are inspired!

XoXo
-Laydeeposh

 

Cheetah Print Sleeveless Collar Shirt $12.98 (Target)

Cheetah Clutch Wallet $9.99 (Target)

Ponte Panel Faux Leather Jeggins $27.99 (Target)

Xhilartion Studded Copper Flats $19.99 (Target)

Gold Triangle Earrings $2.50 (Forever 21)

Gold Link Chain Bow Necklace $10.50 (Claires)

  

[Beau-Tea]3 Fab Lipsticks under $5

As I re-embark on my "Makeup Comeback" journey I decided I wanted to step way outside my comfort zone, which usually consists of warm neutrals and earth tones and open myself up to a world of color.With that being said I found 3 fabulous lipsticks that ooze boldness and scream fabulously from 3 different brands each under 5 bucks. So beauties I hope you enjoy my review and grab these "bomb-beauty-bargains"!

XoXo
-Laydeeposh

#1 NYX Matte Lipstick "Perfect Red Rouge Parfait" $4.99 (Purchased from Target)

My Review: This is seriously the perfect red lipstick! It applies on smooth and easy much like a high quality lipstick but for a great price! I definitely be adding more NYX to my makeup stock!

#2 NYC "Blue Rose $2.99 (Purchased from Taget)

My Review: I absolutely love this color lipstick.As far as application it was above average which should be expected for its price point.I have to say that I was highly surprised at its quality and not at disapointed.This lipstick is a def must have!

#3 Wet n Wild $1.99 "Its a Girl" (Purchased from Walgreens)

My Review: This lipstick required a little more work when applying.If you're a makeup rookie you may want to steer away from this brand because if not applied right you can give off the circus appeal.This lipstick comes off real loose and heavy when applied.On the bright side of things if applied properly you'll end up with amazing pink lips.Overall it was an ok lipstick but I won't be running back for more of this brand anytime soon.

[Fashion Buzz] Pretty for a big girl?

"She's pretty for a big girl?"

If I had a dollar for everytime I heard someone say that then maybe I could buy every version of these fly FOC graphic crew necks by Flaws of Couture.These trendy statement graphic crew necks are set to release Friday 09.04.13. And I must say I absolutely love everything about this campaign, these girls look fierece,confident and stylish. I can't wait to get my hands on one of these shirts and with the great variety of color and prints to choose from its hard to just choose one.Beauties set aside some cash and save the date for these are going to fly off the shelves quick. Click the link below to go to the FOC store!!!

http://focapparel.storenvy.com/

XoXo & Happy Shopping

-LaydeePosh 

[Beau-Tea]DIY Gradient Nails

Gradient nails have been on my DIY personal checklist for quite sometime now, so I figured it would be great project for my first DIY post.So after several trial and error attempts I officially created the perfect gradient nail using sinful color nail polish that can be found at your local Walgreens for $1.99.I hope my pic-tutorial
is thorough enough if not leave me questions in the comment box below.Good luck Beauties!!

XoXo
-Laydeeposh

Step#1 Choose your Polish (Between 2-4 colors for best results)

Step#2 Apply Base Coat

Step#3 Apply main layer of colr polish

Step#4 Apply colors in layers that you wpuld like them to appear on make up sponge.

Step#5 Press sponge to nail (repeat step 4 & 5 at least 3 times per nail)

Step#6 Apply top coat polish

Step#7 Use nail polish remover and q-tipsto clean up any excess polish around nail or cuticles 

Lightning Ring from Forever21 for $3.50